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AppWizard

March 1, 2026

For Project Zomboid players, the year-long wait for a stable build is nearly over

Project Zomboid's build 42 was released in an 'unstable' form in December 2024 and has not yet transitioned to a 'stable' state, despite the addition of multiplayer support in late 2025. Concerns have arisen within the community regarding the team's communication during this prolonged development. Christian 'Serellan' Allen became the new design director in late 2025 and aims to address these issues. He acknowledges the complexity of the game and the need for dedicated design leadership. The team is currently focused on bug fixes, balancing, and polishing build 42, with no specific release date for the stable version. Enhancements made under Allen's direction include a revamped right-click menu and planned balance adjustments for game modes. He emphasizes the importance of community feedback and intends to improve communication about the game's direction.

AppWizard

March 1, 2026

After its disastrous launch last year, I’m here to tell you that 2025’s most promising auto-battler finally lives up to its potential

The Bazaar is an auto-battler game released in March of the previous year, which faced backlash due to its monetization strategies and microtransactions. The game features a whimsical galactic marketplace where players select heroes and acquire items to enhance their boards. Players engage in automatic battles, refining their strategies with various item synergies, such as assembling teams of aquatic and robotic creatures. The current meta favors weapon builds, and players enjoy the randomness of hero selection and item discovery. Developer Tempo has made significant improvements, addressing community concerns, refining the monetization model, and introducing ranked matchmaking to enhance the experience for both newcomers and seasoned players.

AppWizard

January 9, 2026

I’ve just found a new cutesy Balatro, but instead of a deck of cards you get to tend to a garden and harvest flowers

The author began playing the game Balatro late and transitioned to a new game, Chosen Garden, at the beginning of 2025. Chosen Garden is a roguelike deckbuilder set to launch in March 2025, where players nurture a magical garden and face unpredictable weather every three rounds. Players start with a 9x9 plot and must harvest within a 3x3 area, with each round requiring them to meet a point goal. Harvesting yields coins for acquiring new plants, tools, or animals. The gameplay is similar to Balatro, making it accessible for players familiar with it. The author experienced challenges during gameplay, including a sandstorm that affected their score, ultimately finishing with under 300 points.

BetaBeacon

January 8, 2026

How to Secure an Epic Win for Consumer Choice on Android Phones

Epic Games won a lawsuit against Google in late 2023, resulting in a jury siding with Epic on all claims made against Google. As a result, Google was required to allow third-party app stores on the Google Play Store, stop paying handset manufacturers to preference the Play Store, allow developers to link users to third-party payment systems, and share a list of its apps with third-party stores. This victory has led to increased competition and choice for Americans on Android phones.

AppWizard

December 17, 2025

How to get Candleberries in Arc Raiders

Candleberries are a foragable fruit in Arc Raiders, and players can acquire them through two primary methods: gathering them from bushes during the Cold Snap map condition, particularly in lush areas like the swamp region of Dam Battlegrounds or near the Blue Gate, and earning them on the Gathering Candleberries reward track by converting earned XP into merits. Players can accumulate up to 180 Candleberries through regular gameplay and can also earn merits by contributing resources to the Candleberry Banquet project, which requires 20 Candleberries for the initial stage.

AppWizard

December 4, 2025

How to watch the PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted Powered by Xbox Game Pass on December 4

The PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted Powered by Xbox Game Pass will showcase the latest titles in PC gaming, featuring a selection process by over 120 industry experts who vote on 100 games to determine the 25 Most Wanted titles. This year's longlist includes games like Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Resident Evil Requiem, and 007 First Light. The event will be streamed on platforms such as YouTube, Twitch, X, Facebook, GamesRadar+, Ginx TV, Steam, and Bilibili, with localized subtitles in multiple languages. Popular streamers will provide live commentary, and a pre-show will air 30 minutes before the main event.

AppWizard

November 29, 2025

Great news: Yakuza Kiwami 3 will let you improve Kiryu’s ‘Daddy Rank’

Yakuza Kiwami 3 will feature new elements such as minigames, a new market, and a feature called "Drink Links." A notable addition is "Daddy Rank," which allows players to explore Kazuma Kiryu's role as a caretaker at an orphanage, showcasing his character development. Kiryu will face housekeeping challenges and cook for the children, unlocking new stories. Players can engage in various minigames like sewing and bug-catching while managing the orphanage. The market will allow players to sell their creations. Additionally, the bonus game Dark Ties will involve navigating side-stories and influencing the character development of Tsuyoshi Kanda.

AppWizard

November 27, 2025

This science-fiction game crosses relaxing power-washing with dark contemplation — and I can’t stop thinking about it

Dalia is the central character in Soft Rain's debut title, Ambrosia Sky. She is a Scarab, combining the traits of a quasi-space witch and a power-washing expert. The game is set in the year 2240, near Saturn, where Dalia's mission involves cleaning abandoned spacecraft and stations as part of the Ambrosia Project, which aims to explore the mysteries of life and death. Players will face various challenges and discoveries in a universe that blends exploration, strategy, and whimsy.

AppWizard

November 1, 2025

Where to find prickly pears in Arc Raiders

Players in Arc Raiders are tasked with gathering six prickly pears, along with some olives and a cat bed, for their companion Scrappy. Prickly pears can be found around cacti, particularly in a dense patch located in the south of the Buried City. They also spawn randomly around cacti in other areas, such as the Dam Battlegrounds, but with less consistency. Players should check around the base of cacti to find the prickly pears.

AppWizard

October 23, 2025

Path of Exile 3.27 adopts Elden Ring’s most grotesque mechanic for the free ARPG’s first-ever sequel league

Path of Exile 3.27 introduces the 'Keepers of the Flame' league, marking it as the first sequel league in the game's history. The update enhances gameplay and introduces new mechanics for character modification and unique gear acquisition at no cost. The 'Keepers of the Flame' is described as a sequel to the Breach league, integrating its mechanics into the early campaign stages. Players will encounter Keepers defending Wraeclast from Breachlords, aided by a character named Ailith. Players can complete challenges to access the Monastery of the Keepers and the Genesis Tree, which allows for character modifications through Grafts that provide passive benefits or active skills. The update also introduces Bloodlines, granting players powers from iconic bosses, and features upgraded pinnacle boss battles. Asynchronous trading has been added, along with quality-of-life improvements such as mass item identification, disenchanting items in towns, and the ability to respec the Atlas passive tree with gold. Path of Exile 3.27 is set to launch on October 31 and is available for free on Steam or through the standalone client.